Artwork
Jason
Jason is a print by the Baroque artist John Boydell. It dates from 1740 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The print 'Jason' is a dramatic depiction of a mythological scene, rendered on paper.
Subject & Meaning
The work shows a man in armor battling a giant snake, likely referencing the myth of Jason and the dragon that guarded the Golden Fleece. The title 'Jason' supports this interpretation.
Technique & Style
The artist employed chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts between light and shadow to convey a sense of intensity and drama. This technique emphasizes the struggle between the man and the snake.
Artist & collection
Artist
John Boydell was an English publisher noted for his reproductions of engravings. He helped alter the trade imbalance between Britain and France in engravings and initiated an English tradition in the art form. A former…
